The staff at the Near Northwest Management District has been pondering whether or not increasing transportation in the area would be worthwhile or not. We believe that it would solve a number of problems in the area and have begun to talks with area bus companies to see if the idea is feasible.
We know that a lack of transportation is an issue in the area. A large number of area residents either own unreliable cars or don't own them at all or, particularly if gas goes up to $4 a gallon, can't afford to operate them. We also have a large aging population who could benefit from bus service.
Currently, we are meeting with several transportation companies to explore the feasibility of having a local circulator bus in our area. We believe that a route designed to pick up residents from apartments and neighborhoods in and around the Weed & Seed site and transport them to area businesses and attractions including the Library, Metro stops and Park & Ride, shopping, restaurants and entertainment venues along 290 and local grocery stores would benefit both residents and businesses and help to our community to thrive.
We would love to hear your ideas for ways to improve our community.
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